King Charles III's inner circle has confirmed what had been discussed for weeks about Prince Harry. The situation places the Duke of Sussex at the center of British current affairs. Furthermore, it has caused Buckingham Palace to talk about nothing else.
Harry's return to London comes at a very special time for the royal family. The trip coincides with a symbolic date and with the possibility of new developments in his relationship with his father. There are many unknowns and all eyes are on the upcoming meeting.
A trip full of symbolism
Prince Harry returns to the United Kingdom today after several months of absence at a time that doesn't go unnoticed. His arrival coincides with a date deeply marked in the Windsor family's memory, September 8, the day Queen Elizabeth II passed away in 2022. This circumstance adds an emotional component to his stay in London.
The Duke of Sussex's visit is official, as he will attend the WellChild Awards ceremony, of which he is a patron. At the event, Harry will present the award to a child between four and six years old who has inspired others with his bravery. An emotional atmosphere and high media interest are expected.
The British monarch's schedule also favors the possibility of a meeting. Charles III will remain in the United Kingdom until the end of September, with no international trips planned. This coincidence increases speculation about a possible meeting between father and son.
The most desired meeting
The close circle states that it will be "a simple face-to-face conversation between a father and a son." Rather than "a grand gesture or a scheduled meeting," it would be a private and simple exchange, more like a personal chat than an official meeting.
This would not be the first time that such approaches have been considered. Last July, communications teams from both sides already kept in touch in London. That meeting served as a first step, although there was no direct meeting between the king and his son.
Now, the circumstances seem more favorable, but also surrounded by unknowns. The distance between Harry and the royal family has been kept since 2020, when he decided to leave his official duties.
Conditions and absences
Prince Harry's inner circle has made it clear that the duke will not attend this meeting without guarantees. Among the stated conditions, personal security for him and his family stands out, an aspect he considers non-negotiable. He also demands coordination with Buckingham Palace to manage press pressure.
A third condition directly affects his wife. Harry has requested that Meghan Markle be treated as a royal highness during her stays in the United Kingdom. Although she will not accompany him on this trip, the request has caused debate in the media and within the Royal Household itself.
This situation is compounded by the confirmed absence of Prince William. The heir to the throne has declined to participate in this meeting, which highlights the distance between the brothers. For years, they have kept an almost nonexistent relationship.